An Introduction

[Alice B]

I have asked a couple of questions on this forum, but thought I'd make a formal introduction. My name is Alice and this will be my first DLV or any event like it. I'm very excited about the chance to dress openly for a week, but also very nervous. I will be staying at the Imperial from Sunday to Saturday and have a large Surburban, so I can offer rides to events if needed, such as the golf outing. I look forward to meeting all of you and will accept any advice needed along the way.

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This posting is from: Cynthia Phillips
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Alice,

As a newbee you will be welcome at the Beginners Open House, Mon.,
Tues., and Wed., from 3:00pm on; even if you find your way around OK,
it will give you a safe place on the far end of the strip to pull in off
the street and come in and relax with us, have a coke, a beer, or a sip
of Galiano.

Bring some outfits and makeup along with you and use the condo for a
quick change if you need to for an event, or take your time and play
around with your outfits until you get the right one. As a fashion
expert (wink) I can give you lots of advice on mainstream and
alternative styles and how to look your best in them . :) Sarona will
post a number in the near future for us to call before you come over so
we can give you directions; it is very easy to find off Tropicana,
watch the Chat Line and Forum for it. We'll be there for you.

You may also enjoy our Pajama Party, Wed. nite, which will give you an
opportunity to model your best late evening sleep wear in the comfort of
an off strip location, watch the telly, and chit-chat over drinks and
cookies. Admittedly, it's low key, but if you're fairly new to the
TGCD scene, like me, you'll find it fun and easy going. Plan to join
us. This is where Diva really begins to take off - in the event
sign-ups. That signup roster is more fun than Facebook!! Just surfing
it and seeing who's doing what is an event in itself. This is only my
second Diva and I don't know many of the girls, but with two hundred or
more names to work with, and that many events, I'm just sailing through
it and picturing myself in every one of them. First the dream, then
the reality. Join us.

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[annie]

>My name is Alice and this will be my first DLV or any event like it.

Welcome to DLV, Alice! Any questions or concerns you have, please let us know.

> but also very nervous.

This is expected, and all of us have felt this way at times.

It's almost universally reported that the nervousness goes away within minutes of meeting the group.

There are several things we can do to help you out if you think you need it.

We have Big Sisters who can be your personal guide either prior to or during DLV or both.

If you would feel better meeting one of our volunteers one-on-one before you go to any large group function, just let us know and we'll make that happen.

If you would feel more at ease having someone escort you to your first activity, we can arrange that as well.

We also have our Beginner Open House session on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of DLV week.

Please let us know if you need anything!

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This posting is from: Gabi
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Alice,

I will be @ the IP and will be a big sister there. I look forward to
meeting and helping in any way I can.

Gabriella

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This posting is from: pamela elliot
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Hi Alice & all the Ladies at the I.P.

My name is Pamela Ann and I am also staying at the I.P. This is my
second year at this event and I I feel very comfortable going out. The
staff at the Imperial Palace was absolutely great last year. I was told
on two separate occasions that if I had any problems to contact
security. For the record I didn't have a second of trouble.

The Frank Marino show is at the Imperial Palace Caesar's is across the
street and the Fashion Mall isshort walk.

I will be arriving Saturday evening and staying for seven day;s.I am
looking forward to meeting all the ladies at DLV.

If I can be of an assistance please contact me.

Hugs

Pamela Ann

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This posting is from: Jill Hill
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Alice I would love a ride to the gold course Wednesday Morning.

I am staying at the IP as well. I hope you still have room.

Thanks, Jill

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[Bev]

Hi Jill,
I am also staying at the IP and will be driving to the golf course early to help set up the outing (I'm one of the coordinators of the event). I will have a car and can offer a few adventurous soles rides as well if you are willing to depart early.
Glad to see that you have signed up for the Frank Marino show as well. When do you get in to Las Vegas?
Beverly

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This posting is from: Alice B
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Jill,

I have room for the golf outing. I have a surburan and can carry 5
people besides myself and all the clubs. I will arrive at the IP of
Sunday in the late morning or early afternoon. Will be registered
under the name Bruton.

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[Robyn]

Hi gals

I and my S O are unable to make the neon. We are reserved under Birch for two.
Robyn

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This posting is from: gloria page-jefferies
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Alice

I assume that's an offer. I, too, am staying at the IP and would
very much appreciate a ride to the tournament.

Gloria

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